1 Day in Nyanza Hiking Big View Trail and Visiting Wastewise Farm

Discover how the Dufatanye Organization is restoring dignity in Nyanza through sustainable farming. Meet locals turning hardship into hope with organic gardens, shared meals, and resilient community spirit.

The Big View Trail, as its name suggests, offers breathtaking panoramic views along the entire hike, with an uninterrupted vista extending up to 40 kilometers from the summit. This cultural trail weaves through significant heritage sites, as Nyanza was once the capital of the kingdom, passing through hills once home to various kings. The hike also immerses you in local life, guiding you through farms all the way to the summit.

Bird enthusiasts will find this trail rewarding, as the wetlands host over 20 documented bird species, with a guide providing a catalogue.

Highlights of the hike include a visit to a local cooperative and the WasteWise demonstration farm at Dufatanye, where you’ll see how waste has been transformed into a tool for restoring dignity, creating the "Village of Hope." At Dufatanye, you’ll interact with women who recycle waste into beautiful souvenirs and learn how to craft using plastic bottles.

What's included?

Food & drinks

You will have lunch as part of the cooking class at the waste-wise demonstration farm. Straight from farm to table, with some prepared in an earthen traditional stove, a truly awesome experience
Bottled water is provided throughout the tour, and empty bottles are repurposed in an art class at the Women Environment Action at Dufatanye, turning them into eco-friendly souvenirs.
All Fees and Taxes
Handcrafted Souvenir: You’ll receive a unique souvenir made from recycled materials
Guiding fees for our expert certified guides.
We provide hiking equipment, including hiking sticks, ponchos when needed, and hiking boots for those who require them.